Movie: The Crossing [2000] Movie: The Crossing [2000]

Movie: The Crossing [2000] Movie: The Crossing [2000]

Gen. George Washington:
Well, sir, I waited for you to broach this. What do you think?

Gen. Horatio Gates:
You would not wish to know, sir.

Gen. George Washington:
Then you have objections.

Gen. Horatio Gates:
Many.

Gen. George Washington:
Would you specify them?

Gen. Horatio Gates:
Gladly. Firstly, in order to attack, one needs an army. You do not have an army. Secondly, in order to attack, one needs soldiers. Your men are not soldiers. Thirdly, your men always go one in direction. To attack requires the other direction. Shall I continue?